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Risk Targeting AnalystNew Zealand Government • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
Risk Targeting Analyst

Risk Targeting Analyst

New Zealand Government • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
10 days ago
Job description

Discover a career with purpose at MBIE

Discover a career with purpose at MBIE

  • Analyse and mitigate immigration risks using data-driven insights
  • Inform the design of targeting rules and produce risk targeting products to guide frontline decisions
  • Partner with stakeholders to improve risk tools and system performance
  • Location : Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch | Permanent Full-time position
  • Salary range $85,537 - $101,911 + KiwiSaver and Wellness Benefits

Tenei turanga - About the Role :

As a Risk Targeting Analyst, you'll use your analytical expertise and business insight to maximise the impact of risk targeting across the immigration system.

Sitting within the Immigration Risk and Border branch, you'll be part of the Joint Targeting and Analytics team, helping to detect and mitigate risks, inform decision-making, and support frontline immigration operations.

  • Identify and analyse risk patterns and trends to inform targeting rules and operational advice.
  • Contribute to the development of robust risk management strategies across the immigration system.
  • Provide high-quality analysis and insights to support case treatment and strategic decision-making.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to optimise immigration risk management and value opportunities.
  • Support the development of tools and resources that enhance targeting effectiveness and system resilience.
  • Nga pukenga me nga wheako e hiahiatia ana - Skills and Experience Required

  • Proven experience in analysing and interpreting data and intelligence to develop actionable insights.
  • Strong understanding of risk management principles and targeting approaches.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate risks across complex regulatory systems.
  • Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly in plain English.
  • Knowledge of immigration systems and tools (e.g., AMS, ADEPT, ATS-G or equivalents).
  • Experience modelling risk rule scenarios and assessing impacts.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365, especially Excel, Word, and Power BI.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Effective time and self-management, with the ability to pivot quickly in response to changing priorities.
  • Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, with a willingness to develop training capabilities.
  • Relevant tertiary qualification and / or extensive comparable experience.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances and Aviation Security clearance.
  • At time of application you must be a New Zealand Citizen or hold a New Zealand Permanent Resident Visa.

    Etahi korero mo MBIE - About MBIE :

    MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.

    We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.

    People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.

  • Mahi Tahi – Better Together
  • Maia – Bold and brave
  • Pae Kahurangi – Build our Future
  • Pono Me Te Tika – Own It
  • Our aspirations are echoed in our Maori identity – Hikina Whakatutuki – which broadly means 'lifting to make successful'.

    MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Maori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

    We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Maori, other Maori groups / organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Maori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand.

    We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Maori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.

    E mohio ana a Hikina Whakatutuki i puea ake te kotuinga I waenganui i a ngai Maori me te Karauna i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, a, kei te whai ia ki te whakau ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

    Ma te whai kiko o nga kotuinga ahungaroa o ngai wi, o ngai Maori, me etahi atu ropu Maori ki te Karauna, katutuki tenei.

    He ahuatanga nui tenei e ahei ai nga mahi whanaketanga a-ohanga, a-papori hoki ki a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui.

    E whai tonu ana matou ki te kotui atu ki nga iwi mo te rapu huarahi hou ki te whakaara i nga kaupapakua roa nei e tami ana i a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui, a, e whai ana hoki ki te tautohu i nga aheinga kokiritanga ma nga iwi, me te tautoko i nga iwi kia whai mana ake ai enei aheinga.

    Me pehea te tono - How to Apply :

    Click here to view a position description.

    When you are ready to apply please send a CV and cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for this role.

    All applications must be submitted via our online process.

    Email Emily Boyd at

  • quoting ref MBIE /
  • if you have any further questions.
  • Applications close on Tuesday, 18 November

  • , at 11 : 59pm.
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